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    Matter to Life (Master)

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    Heidelberg, DEMScIn-person2 years
    €6,000.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    20
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Heidelberg, DE. Tuition is €6,000.

    About the program

    Joint master's program focusing on molecular systems chemistry and engineering, integrating chemistry, physics, bioengineering, and life sciences to understand the chemistry and physics of life, perform quantitative analysis, and engineer molecular and nanoscopic entities. Includes core courses in first semester, elective modules in second, and research projects with thesis in third and fourth semesters.

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    €12,000.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University is €6,000 across 120 required credits.
    Is Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University online or in-person?
    Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University is offered in-person.
    How long does Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University take to complete?
    Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.3 (good) or top 20% of year
    How large is the Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University cohort?
    Matter to Life (Master) at Heidelberg University typically enrolls around 20 students per cohort.